Death Stranding 2: On the Beachintroduces a second chapter of Hideo Kojima’s mind-bending post-apocalyptic world, but that’s far from the only big game locked in for June. BeyondDeath Stranding 2, June’s calendar offers a robust list of titles, making it one of the most exciting months of the year.
The launch ofthe Nintendo Switch 2introduces an onslaught of releases for the brand-new console, bringing gamers numerous options. June 2025 boasts a gaming treasure trove, making it a particularly busy time for eager gamers looking for fresh releases.
DeltaruneChapters 3 and 4 - June 5
Dark and Darker
Sonic x Shadow Generations(Switch 2) - June 5
Sid Meier’s Civilization 7(Switch 2) - June 5
Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild(Switch 2) - June 5
Monster Hunter Stories
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom(Switch 2) - June 5
Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut(Switch 2) - June 5
Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble
Hitman World of Assassination - Signature Edition(Switch 2) - June 5
Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition(Switch 2) - June 5
Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour(Switch 2) - June 5
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time(Switch 2) - June 5
Dragon is Dead(PC) - June 6
MindsEye(PS5, PC, XSX/S) - June 10
Dune Awakening(PC) - June 10
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine - Master Crafted Edition(XSX/S, PC - Game Pass) - June 10
Wizard of Legend 2(PC, PS5, XSX/S) - June 12
The Alters(PC, PS5, XSX/S) - June 13
Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic(PS5, PC) - June 13
GEX Trilogy(PC, PS5, XSX/S, Switch) - June 16
Tron: Catalyst(PC, PS5, XSX/S, Switch) - June 17
Lost in Random: The Eternal Die(PC, PS5, XSX/S, Switch) - June 17
Wartorn(PC) - June 17
Spray Paint Simulator(Switch) - June 19
Rematch(PC, PS5, XSX/S) - June 19
Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army(PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, XSX/S) - June 19
Star Overdrive(PC, PS5, XSX/S) - June 19
BitCraft Online(PC) - June 20
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate(XSX/S, Xbox One) - June 24
Persona 5: The Phantom X(PC, Mobile) - June 26
System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster(PS5, PS4, PC, Switch, Xbox One, XSX/S) - June 26
Front Mission 3: Remake(Switch) - June 26
Tamagotchi Plaza(Switch) - June 27
Because of the Switch 2, last year pales in comparison to June 2025. The previous year featured 13 releases, while this year offers a jaw-dropping 41 scheduled launches. WhileDeath Stranding 2andMario Kart Worldare the highlights of the month,plenty of thrilling Switch 2 portspad out the rest of the calendar.
Granted, last year saw some exciting launches, but expansions, anniversary releases, and smaller titles defined the month. This year, though,June is filled with some impressive heavy-hitters.
The Switch 2 launches on June 5.
Switch 2 Ports Take Up the Spotlight
FromCyberpunk 2077toSplit Fiction, some of the biggest games of the last few years are coming to the new console. Games as large asCyberpunk 2077being added to the Nintendo roster feels surreal, but the Switch 2 is making that possible.
Switch classics likeBreath of the WildandTears of the Kingdomare a given, but CD Projekt Red’s sci-fi RPG is one of the most intriguing additions tothe Switch 2’s lineup. However, beyond the Switch 2 launch titles, there are plenty of non-Nintendo options.
Newcomers likeMindsEye,Dune AwakeningandFBC Firebreakalso give gamers exciting options. Even if the Switch 2 wasn’t part of June’s schedule, the aforementioned titles alongsideDeath Stranding 2would be exciting enough.MindsEyeaims for a blend ofCyberpunk 2077andGTA, whileDune Awakeningbrings franchise lovers to Arrakis' deserts.FBC Firebreakis a multiplayer offering set in Remedy Entertainment’s extended universe, which is a compelling change of pace for the developer.
Death Strandingis getting its own live-action adaptation produced by A24.
June 2025 Kicks Off a Big Summer for Gaming
With a fresh console and a deep well of new games, the summer is shaping up to be a huge moment for the industry. Of course,the Switch 2 has faced some controversysince its announcement, but Nintendo is still expected to have strong sales. The Switch 2 is introducing a new era for Nintendo, and it will be exciting to see how the console fares in its first few months.
June’s calendar offers a robust list of games, making it one of the most exciting months of the year.
Beyond releases, events like the Xbox Games Showcase andSummer Game Festbring even more to players. The June lineup being so packed with options can be overwhelming, but it helps balance out July’s more mellow landscape.
As the year continues, it will be exciting to see how the rest of the year shapes up, but withtitles likeDeath Stranding 2,Mario Kart World, and a new console generation, June promises a standout month.
